The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA), in collaboration with the Global Food Regulatory Science Society (GFoRSS) under the International Union of Food Science and Technology (IUFoST), is organising the international symposium on Supporting the Development of Camel Milk Sector.
The event will take place from 24 to 25 September 2024 in Abu Dhabi, featuring representatives from government entities, international organisations, the private sector, and experts and researchers in the field of camelids.
The symposium aims to highlight the benefits and importance of regulating the production, characterisation, and trade of camel milk to support efforts to establish an international standard for camel milk under the Codex Alimentarius Commission. This aligns with the draft proposal submitted by the UAE and the supporting documents and justifications. The development of an international camel milk standard comes amid growing interest in its consumption and trade, due to the compositional, nutritional, and health properties of camel milk.
The symposium will include several sessions aimed at discussing the project document proposed by the UAE and its supporting documents, which will be presented for discussion at the upcoming Codex Alimentarius session.
The authority reaffirms the UAE's commitment to enhancing food security and sustainability through developing an international camel milk standard. This initiative supports local camel breeders and contributes to global efforts led by the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) to combat hunger, eradicate poverty, empower women, and ensure the sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems.
ADAFSA invites stakeholders, experts, and policymakers to participate in the symposium to shape the future of camel milk production and trade. By supporting research and adopting best practices and technologies, the aim is to achieve sustainable development goals and enhance global camel capabilities.
The International Year of Camelids (IYC 2024) highlights the role of camels in agriculture and food production. It also aims to promote camel products, including milk, due to their nutritional benefits and potential to enhance food security.
